As disciples, we are called to create an environment where God is worshiped and where we serve our neighbor.

Nestled in the rolling hills of central Cattaraugus County, approximately sixty miles south of Buffalo, New York, lies the quaint village of Ellicottville, a prime tourist destination for thousands of people who come to enjoy the varied seasonal activities and who oftentimes maintain vacation residence in the area.

Located in the heart of Ellicottville is a spirited and Spirit-led community of faith in the Roman Catholic tradition, Holy Name of Mary Church. Besides addressing the spiritual and social needs of the local community for over 150 years, Holy Name of Mary Church also serves the growing number of winter skiers, summer campers, and fall foliage observers. It is estimated that in any given year, over one million visitors come to Ellicottville, primarily to utilize the premier ski resorts surrounding the town. We are a warm, hospitable, and inclusive community of faith and offer a rich menu of services, program and events designed to build Christian fellowship and nurture our faith. You are most welcome to join us in worship both on the weekends and during the week, and to participate in our various activities whether you be a local resident of Ellicottville / Great Valley, or simply a seasonal visitor to our rural village.

Registered parishioners are those local residents who are the mainstay of our parish. However, there is also a category of Enrolled Seasonal Visitor for those seasonal guests who come to Ellicottville with some regularity to participate in the many events and attractions of the area, and choose to worship with us here at Holy Name of Mary whenever they are in town. These Enrolled Seasonal Visitors are not registered with us, but do affiliate with us; no envelopes will be sent unless they choose, but we are able to count on these visitors in terms of remaining an independent and vibrant parish. An advantage reserved to our Enrolled Seasonal Visitors is that we will accept their baptismal and wedding reservation for our parish church, given that no registered parishioners have applied for those dates.